Great Strawberry Shortcake

Prep: 30 min Cook: 30 min Serves: 8 Cuisine: American

A delightful strawberry shortcake featuring layers of moist yellow cake, fresh strawberries, and fluffy Cool Whip, perfect for summer gatherings and sweet celebrations.

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Ingredients

  • 1 box yellow cake mix
  • 1 quart strawberries
  • 3/4 cup sugar
  • 2 containers Cool Whip

Instructions

  1. Make the yellow cake according to the package directions in two layers and allow to cool.
  2. Punch holes in both cake layers with a 2-prong fork.
  3. Leave 4 strawberries whole; cut the remaining strawberries into 4ths or 8ths.
  4. Mix the cut strawberries with 3/4 cup sugar and a little water until well combined.
  5. Spread half of the strawberries over the bottom cake layer.
  6. Place the top cake layer over the strawberries.
  7. Spread the remaining strawberries over the top layer of the cake.
  8. Beat the thawed Cool Whip with a mixer until smooth and spread it evenly over the entire cake.
  9. Garnish the top with the 4 whole strawberries that have been cut into halves.
  10. Refrigerate the cake before serving.

Nutrition & Diet Analysis (per serving)

222 kcal 11% DV
Protein Fat Carbs

Macronutrients

Protein 1.7g 3% DV
Total Fat 1.5g 2% DV
Carbs 51.7g 19% DV
Fiber 1.4g 5% DV
Sugar 23.9g 48% DV

Electrolytes

Sodium 162.8mg 7% DV
Potassium 79.5mg 2% DV

Vitamins & Minerals

Vitamin A 1mcg
Vitamin C 9.2mg 10% DV
Calcium 45.8mg 4% DV
Iron 0.6mg 3% DV
Diet fit Under 400 cal Low-fat

Estimated from ingredients & per-serving nutrition — verify against package labels for allergies or strict diets.

* % Daily Values based on a 2,000 calorie diet (FDA 2020).

Nutrition is estimated from USDA FoodData Central ingredient data and may vary with brand, portion and preparation — see our methodology. This information is for general educational purposes only and is not medical or dietary advice (disclaimer).

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